Satellite images show large crack in earth after 7.1 earthquake in Southern California

Jul 8, 2019

Satellite images show large crack in earth after 7.1 earthquake in Southern California

Jul 8, 2019

(KTTV) – The powerful 7.1 earthquake that shook Southern California on Friday appears to have also caused a crack in the earth’s surface that was captured by satellite cameras from space. Satellite imagery from Planet Labs Inc., taken on July 4 and July 6, appears to show changes in the area close to the quake’s epicenter.

Planet Labs Co-Founder and CEO Will Marshall tweeted the images, adding that the before and after “clearly show surface rupture.” Friday’s quake initially registered as a 7.1, but was downgraded to a 6.9, then upgraded back to a 7.1 by the USGS.  In addition to changes in topography in the area, the temblor led to structural damage of homes, shattered glass, power outages and more.  READ MORE


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